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SEPTEMBER 2024

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Observing National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. BCCNM reaffirms our commitment to honour Indigenous Peoples and their healing journeys. We pledge to continue taking action to dismantle Indigenous-specific racism in the health-care system.

Visit our website for resources to support you in your own learning journey and in your practice. Keep an eye out for phase II of our learning series From Awareness to Action which will be published later this month.
 

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Transitioning to the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA)

The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) received Royal Assent in 2022, and will replace the current Health Professions Act. Some sections of the HPOA are already in force. BCCNM has been working with the Ministry of Health, other health regulators, and key partners to plan for this transition. Continue reading for an update on the work completed so far, and what lies ahead.

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Survey opportunities—your input is needed!


BCCNM

New RPN standards

Share feedback on new BCCNM standards that aim to clarify expectations when nurses perform advanced procedures and activities, and the development of learning resources to support nurses in understanding their scope of practice. Anonymous survey closes Sept. 16, 2024.

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RPN REGULATORS OF CANADA

Updating RPNRC's entry-level competencies for RPNs

The RPN Regulators of Canada (RPNRC) is reviewing and updating its National Entry-Level Competencies for RPNs. Your input is needed to validate and inform further modifications before they are finalized. Survey closes Sept. 25, 2024.

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Sharing screening and diagnostic tests and imaging feedback

In July, BCCNM surveyed RNs and RPNs about a new proposed practice standard on screening and diagnostic tests and imaging. Thank you to everyone who responded. We are pleased to share what we learned!

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Learning resources


 

Medical aesthetics learning resource

Are you working or looking to work in medical aesthetics? To help you in your practice, this resource includes key regulatory terms and concepts, FAQs, and more.

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Caring for yourself case study

Have you ever been concerned about your or a colleague’s emotional or mental well-being and fitness to practice? What did you do? Check out this professional responsibility case study about self-care and fitness to practice.

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Planned BCCNM system downtime: Sept. 14-16

On Sept. 14-16, BCCNM systems will be unavailable due to scheduled upgrades and maintenance. During this time, applicants and registrants will be unable to:

  • Log into their BCCNM account
  • Create or submit applications
  • Make payments
  • Order controlled prescription pads (registrants only)

We encourage you to complete any tasks required before Sept. 13.

 

Office closed

BCCNM's office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 30. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

 

 

 

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We acknowledge the rights and title of the First Nations on whose collective unceded territories encompass the land base colonially known as British Columbia. We give specific thanks to the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking peoples the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations and the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh-ulh Sníchim speaking Peoples the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), on whose unceded territories BCCNM’s office is located. We also give thanks for the medicines of these territories and recognize that laws, governance, and health systems tied to these lands and waters have existed here for over 9000 years.

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